# Wired Fashion Lederhosen with iPod Controls By secretlocation | Published 2008-04-09 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lederhosen-with-ipod-controls References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/gadgets/ifa2007/fingers+on-with-the-mp3-lederhosen-and-hunting-jacket-295908.php) How many times have you put on your Lederhosen on in the morning, or when you go to the gym (mostly), and you're like, "WTF, why can't I control my [iPod](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinypod) though these things?" I know right? Like everyday. Well, now this problem is solved. These bad boys have the [controls built right in](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-midi-controller). Thank you very much random company, another major issue ticked off my list. **Implications** - In a society increasingly obsessed with interactive technology, one effective way a company can benefit from this craze is by creating products that easily integrate [portable MP3 players and smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/music-player-wearable-wallet). By presenting your product as a practical and stylish way consumers can connect with their friends, the company establishes itself as a significant 21st Century adapter. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 29% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Interactive Technology Integration:** Creating products that seamlessly incorporate portable MP3 players and smartphones. - **Practical and Stylish Connectivity:** Presenting products as a fashionable way for consumers to connect with their friends. - **21st Century Adapters:** Establishing companies as significant players in the digital age by offering convenient and stylish innovations. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Retail:** Integrating interactive technology into clothing and accessories. - **Consumer Electronics:** Developing products that seamlessly connect to portable MP3 players and smartphones. - **Wearable Technology:** Creating fashionable and functional wearables that enable easy connectivity with other devices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wearable Athlete Smartphone Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/easy-control-wearable-remote.md) - [Fashion-Forward Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/openear-earbud-concept.md) - [Tech-Infused Analog Radios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-aesthetics-and-modern-technology.md) - [Beer-Branded Music Sharing Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heifive.md) - [Technologically Enhanced Electronic Handbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electronic-handbags.md) - [Industrial Design Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/braun-wireless-earbuds.md) - [Ergonomic Dual-Function Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bored-buds.md) - [Snack-Serving Lederhosen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snyderfest-pretzelhosen.md) - [Detachable Dual-Mode Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/streamline-hybrid-earphones.md)